How to Use the Adaptive Cruise Control in the Wildlander?
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The method to use the adaptive cruise control in the Wildlander is: 1. Press the cruise control button on the right side of the steering wheel for no more than 1.5 seconds, then press the distance-keeping button and accelerate to the desired maximum speed; 2. Press the set button, and the vehicle will automatically cruise at the speed and distance set at the moment the button is pressed. Taking the Wildlander 2021 2.0L CVT 2WD Luxury Edition as an example: it is a compact 5-door, 5-seat SUV under GAC Toyota, with a length, width, and height of 4665mm, 1855mm, and 1680mm respectively, a wheelbase of 2690mm, and equipped with a CVT continuously variable transmission (simulating 10 gears).
Using the Wildlander's adaptive cruise control is quite straightforward. After starting the vehicle and driving on the road, preferably on highways or unobstructed sections, press the button on the right side of the steering wheel—usually labeled "ACC" or with a similar icon—to activate the system. Then, use the up and down arrow buttons to set your desired speed, for example, to 80 km/h. There’s also a button on the right to adjust the following distance; tapping it lets you choose between close, medium, or far modes. I usually set it to medium to ensure safety without being cut off. The system uses radar to detect the vehicle ahead, automatically accelerating or decelerating, and can even brake to a full stop in traffic—though remember to manually press the resume button or step on the accelerator to continue. Always keep your hands on the wheel and stay alert, especially in poor weather or at night when sensors might fail, requiring you to take over. New owners are advised to practice in open areas first before relying on it for long trips.
Using Adaptive Cruise Control in the Highlander, I particularly love it on highways. The basic steps are: first, ensure smooth road conditions, then press the ACC button on the right side of the steering wheel to activate it. Set the speed by adjusting the target value with the +/- buttons, for example, 90 km/h. Then adjust the following distance, which has short, medium, and long settings; choosing the medium setting is more practical to avoid rear-end collisions. The system will automatically adjust speed by tracking the vehicle ahead, even temporarily braking if needed. However, manual intervention is crucial in critical moments—for instance, if the car ahead suddenly changes lanes and the system reacts slowly, you must brake. For safety, always check that the sensors are clean before driving, as they can misjudge in rainy conditions. Get into the habit of keeping your hands on the wheel throughout, as the system requires your assistance. Avoid using it in areas with many curves or mixed traffic; it's only suitable for straight or gently curved highways. If issues like malfunctions arise, stop and check promptly—don't push through.
