Adaptive cruise control oddity

[Raistlin]

I've just discovered what I think is a hidden function.

I was using ACC at a steady 40 mph with nothing in front of me and as I approached a light controlled junction, when the light went to red the ACC started slowing me down. That was a surprise.

Am I right about this being a function or was it a glitch on the ACC?

It has happened several times now but only with certain traffic lights.

[Trooper2142]

Yes it's meant to be you'll have a camera up at the rear mirror facing forward and this is what triggers the cruise control.

Regards Tom.

[Raistlin]

Thank you.

Well... you learn something new aboput these cars every day. I don't think it is mentioned in the handbook.

[AlexWard]

I didn't think the PFL came with a front mounted camera? If so, that is another part i will have to source! Adaptive cruise is the next on the list...

I have just finished installing the TV module, ACC is the next toy...

Paul... Can you check your RVM and get back to me if possible please?

 

Thanks, Alex

[Raistlin]

RVM Alex?

 

[AlexWard]

Sorry Paul... Rear View Mirror..

 

My kids told me to be more productive and use fewer ltrs wn typng - cant quite grasp it myself...

 

Just checked through the workshop manual and as far as i can see, the forward facing camera was introduced with the facelift and the newer XJ's

[Raistlin]

OK Alex.

Mine doesn't have a forward mounted camera.

[Trooper2142]

1 hour ago, Raistlin said:

OK Alex.

Mine doesn't have a forward mounted camera.

Sorry for giving you the wrong information, i must have been thinking about the facelift model.

Regards Tom.