How to Use the Suzuki Vitara Cruise Control?
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Press the power button to activate the system, and the cruise control indicator on the dashboard will illuminate; accelerate to over 40km/h, then press the SET button—your right foot can now release the accelerator as the speed is set to the current value. Press "RES+" to increase speed at the current rate or "SET-" to decrease it. After setting the cruise speed, you can still accelerate normally using the accelerator pedal. Upon releasing the pedal, the system will restore the vehicle to the preset cruise speed. Usage conditions: 1. Cruise control should ideally be used on highways or fully enclosed roads, as complex road conditions on non-enclosed roads can compromise traffic safety. On national highways, underpowered tractors often emerge abruptly from small intersections, posing serious risks. In cruise control mode, sudden braking may be required, disrupting stable speed maintenance and defeating the purpose of cruise control. 2. Disable in rainy or icy/snowy conditions. 3. Disable on winding mountain roads or excessive curves. Normally, slight acceleration provides additional steering force when exiting curves. Cruise control automatically maintains a constant speed, with throttle managed by the onboard computer, which can be hazardous during curve navigation. In such scenarios, manually adjust speed as needed. 4. Heavy traffic conditions are unsuitable for cruise control.
Having driven the Vitara for so many years, I've become quite familiar with the cruise control system. The first step is to start the car and drive normally, maintaining a steady speed of at least 30 km/h or more, which is more suitable on highways. There's a cruise button on the steering wheel—press it to activate the system, and the dashboard will display standby mode. Accelerate to your desired speed, say 80 km/h, then press the SET button to lock it in. While driving, pressing the RES button will increase speed, and pressing the SET button will decrease it. To temporarily cancel cruise control, just tap the brake or press the CANCEL button; to resume, hit the RES button to immediately re-engage. To fully turn it off, press the cruise button. It’s a great feature for long trips, easing leg fatigue and saving a bit on fuel, but avoid using it in city traffic or during rain/snow—the system’s slower response poses risks. Remember to regularly check tires and brakes to ensure cruise safety. During my last maintenance, I specifically tested the function—the buttons were responsive, adding much convenience to daily driving.