
The cruise control button of the Tharu is located on the left side of the multifunction steering wheel. Press the cruise control switch to activate it, then set the current speed as the cruising speed. Below is some information about cruise control: 1. Cruise control is essentially autonomous driving. 2. When cruise control is activated, the throttle's fuel supply is controlled by the computer. It adjusts the throttle based on road conditions and driving resistance to maintain the preset speed. This means the driver's right foot no longer needs to press the accelerator, and the vehicle maintains the set speed. This not only reduces driver fatigue but also improves fuel efficiency, enabling an economical and relaxed driving experience.

As a commuter who drives the Tharu daily, I've found the cruise control to be an absolute highway marvel. See those silver buttons on the left side of the steering wheel? First press the central CRUISE button with the speedometer icon to activate the system - a white cruise light will illuminate on the dashboard. Then accelerate to your desired speed, say 80 km/h, and press the adjacent SET button. After that, it automatically maintains your speed whether going uphill or downhill - super convenient! For minor speed adjustments, use the RES/+ or SET/- buttons, which change the speed by 1 km/h per press. Need to overtake temporarily? Just press the accelerator - it'll automatically return to your set speed when you release it. To cancel, lightly tap the brake, or press RES to conveniently resume your previous speed. Just remember not to use this feature during rainy weather or in urban areas.

Last week, I just helped my neighbor adjust the cruise control function on his Tharu. This system has a prerequisite for activation: the vehicle speed must exceed 30 km/h. The operation area is concentrated on the left spoke of the steering wheel, with the three most crucial buttons arranged in a triangular formation. The round button at the top is the master switch; pressing it displays a white cruise icon on the combination instrument panel. While driving, pressing the SET button with an arrow locks the current speed, turning the icon green to indicate operation. The RES button handles two scenarios: resuming the originally set speed after interruption or increasing speed by 1 km/h increments. Besides braking, the CANCEL button on the steering wheel can also immediately deactivate the system. Pay special attention to confirming the status of the instrument panel indicator lights before using it at night, as unclear icons can easily lead to misoperation.

When my daughter first learned to use the cruise control, she often confused the buttons. Simply put, it's a three-step process: first, press the CRUISE button to activate the system (a white light appears on the dashboard), second, accelerate to the desired speed, and third, press the SET button to lock it in. After that, you don't need to press the accelerator. There are four buttons on the left side of the steering wheel: the top two control speed increase and decrease, changing by 1 km/h with each press; the bottom left is the cancel button, and the bottom right is the resume button. It's crucial to remember the position of the red CANCEL button, as it can instantly stop the system in an emergency. It's best to deactivate it before entering or exiting toll booths to avoid sudden speed changes that might startle following vehicles.


